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PARENTS NEWSLETTER TERM 3, WEEK 9 21 September 2018
Maranatha Christian School 180 Hill Road, Belmont, Lower Hutt 5010, New Zealand
T 565 0749 F 565 0747 E [email protected] W maranatha.school.nz
Tēnā koutou katoa
It is hard to believe that we are nearing the end of Term 3! The past two weeks have been filled with excitement as students have visited Government House and the Beehive, learning about New Zealand’s connection to the Crown (Queen of England), the job of a Governor General and how they interface with the Prime Minister and the Government of the day.
During a trip to Government House, a special (mock) Investitures Ceremony was held where nominated senior students were awarded medals for service to Maranatha Christian School. Medal recipients included Charlotte, Krisnan, Natalie and Tiari from Kotare Class.
Of particular note, during a visit to the Beehive, one Maranatha Christian School group was fortunate enough to see the Prime Minister in the corridors and also spend a few minutes talking with her… what a wonderful surprise!
Additionally, our Kereru and Kotare students recently visited the National Library where they had an exclusive talk with Mr Richard Foy, Chief Archivist of New Zealand/Aotearoa. This was followed by a guided tour of the He Tohu exhibition where students learned about and viewed the following documents - The Declaration of Independence of the United Tribes of NZ (1835), The Treaty of Waitangi/ Te Tiriti o Waitangi (1840) and the Women’s Suffrage Petition (1893)… which celebrated its 125th year on the day of our visit!
During our talk with Mr Foy, he explained the importance of keeping government records so that current and future generations are able to know New Zealand’s story. Mr Foy also shared with us the work being undertaken to digitise historic documents (there are millions of them!), however, he emphasised the wonderful experience that it is to see historical documents first-hand, rather than on a screen!
Government House Visit & Investitures Beehive Visit National Library Visit & Chief Archivist
My thanks to the staff for planning and attending these wonderful learning experiences, to the parents who assisted with supervision and to the staff at Government House, Parliament and the National Library for hosting our students.
A special note of gratitude goes to the Prime Minister and Mr Richard Foy for taking time out of their busy schedules to talk with our students.
Kia pai tō rā whakatā (Have a fantastic weekend.) In His love
Steve Farrand (Principal)
Psalm 119:105 (NIV) “Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path”.
Maranatha Christian School 180 Hill Road, Belmont, Lower Hutt 5010, New Zealand
T 565 0749 F 565 0747 E [email protected] W maranatha.school.nz
Coming up!
Thursday, 27 September School Visits for Term 1, 2019 New Entrants
Friday, 28 September Last day of Term 3! School finishes at 3.00 pm
Monday, 15 October First day of Term 4
Monday, 15 - 19 October Life Education Bus on site
Wednesday, 31 October ASB GetWise Financial Literacy day
Friday, 2 November School Photos
Tuesday, 11 December Prizegiving at Hope Centre
Wednesday, 19 December Last day of Term 4. School finishes at 1.00 pm
2019 Term Dates
Term 1: Thursday, 31 January to Friday, 12 April Term 2: Monday, 29 April to Friday, 5 July Term 3: Monday, 22 July to Friday, 27 September Term 4: Monday, 14 October to Wednesday, 18 December
Leaving Maranatha?
We understand circumstances may change suddenly and unexpectedly but if you are planning on leaving Maranatha at the end of the year, please remember that you need to give us a term’s written notice, as per your financial contract with the school.
Families who neglect to do so will be liable for a term’s Attendance Dues in lieu of a written notice.
Please do let us know if you have plans to move at the end of the year, even if you are not certain. Thank you.
Canteen—End of Term Clean We would love to have a couple of volunteers to clean our canteen on the last day of Term! If you would like to volunteer a couple of hours on Friday, 28 September we would really appreciate it. All cleaning supplies provided and we’ll even provide some morning tea to sweeten the offer! Contact the office if interested.
Congratulations to our Interzone Swimming team: Talya came 3rd in overall Freestyle. Natey, Raphy and Piper did very well in Backstroke. We are very proud of you all!!
David Tyler School Update We have attached Update No 8 to this Newsletter. This update is from Sarah Nasike who is a lawyer in Kampala who has written her impressions of the village of Buzzibwera and the school. She has been involved in this project since the beginning and is on the BCCEF board. Give a Little Page Don’t forget you and your children are still welcome to continue donating via the “Give a Little” page set up by the Dugdale Charitable Trust for everyone to use. Click HERE to visit the page, and please share this link with your friends, family and church community.
Maranatha Basketball In Terms 2 and 3, some of the Year 3 & 4 students from Piwakawaka and Ruru classes entered a basketball team (MCS Saints) in Hutt Valley Basketball’s Monday League. The students enjoyed learning and developing new skills, working together as a team and competing against other Year 3 & 4 teams in the league. Overall, the team had great fun and represented our Lord well. Well done to the team and their whanau!
A group of musicians came to entertain our students this week by playing their recorders. MCS got Talent, here are some of our finalists:
L.I.F.E. Award Certificates
Congratulations to the following children who received LIFE Awards at our assembly on Tuesday: Emma V - Love Dylan B - Excellence Teira-Leigh A - Excellence Caden M - Faith Natalie C - Excellence Juliette C - Love Makayla H - Integrity Ashley B - Faith Gabrielle C - Excellence Nyasha C - Excellence Quinn R - Integrity Stephie L - Faith Nathan H - Excellence Shammah P - Excellence Jamie H - Integrity
L.I.F.E.
A L.I.F.E. in Christ is the basis of our values
Love: We love as God loves us
Integrity: We live by the example set by Christ
Faith: We believe and trust God for all things
Excellence: We aim high, doing our best for God
and His Kingdom
PTA News & Information
Friday Lunch Options: 3 Chicken Nuggets $1.75 6 Chicken Nuggets $3.00 1/2 Hotdog $1.50 Whole Hotdog $2.60
These can be pre-ordered through Lunchonline anytime (www.lunchonline.co.nz). Please remember to cancel the order before 8.00 am in the morning if your child is unwell.
Second Hand Uniforms: Don’t forget you can sell and buy second hand uniform via the PTA Second Hand Uniform page on Maranatha’s Facebook page. Check it out!
WANTED: New Members! We would LOVE to have some new members to help us—come along to the meeting and find out how you can help!
Check out our latest purchase! We have bought not one but two new ovens for the canteen! Nice, shiny & clean :). Thank you all for your support!
Congratulations to … Tawanda who was awarded the Most Valued Player of the year at Stopout Sports Club for the 7th grade team. Well done Tawanda! Amelia and Makayla for receiving their Jazz Rosette III! Well done Amelia & Makayla!
Public Notices
Thinking of Selling? Talk to Tony! Tony Pitiroi has been gifting $250 from every house he sells to Maranatha over the past two years—we are truly blessed to have received these gifts. Please give Tony a call on 021 562 564 if you are considering selling. Thank you Tony!
Summer Hockey Term 4 2018 Fraser Park
Purpose: A social league open to new and beginner players and those who have played before and are
keen to have some fun. Competition: Tuesday 4pm – 7pm from Week 2 to Week 9 of Term 4 at Fraser
Park Hockey Turf, Percy Cameron Drive, Avalon Interested? Registration link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SummerHockey2018_FraserPark
(please enter a separate registration for each team you are entering) Email any questions to: cathtay-
[email protected] Or call: Cath on 021 800 009
School Holiday Info
*** SCHOOL HOLIDAYS IN 2 WEEKS EEEEEEEK!!!**
ENROL NOW ONLINE - https://kidsonfoot.aimyplus.com/
Hi everyone!! It's that time again! We have some fun exciting activities planned and look forward to your children
joining us. During the July holidays we started fundraising for the David Tyler School in Uganda and we will
continue doing this during the October holidays. Last holiday we raised $350 and we are looking to double it, if not
more! Please book NOW - to secure a spot - (ENROLMENTS CLOSE Friday, 21 September). Blessings, The
KOF Crew [email protected]; www.kidsonfoot.co.nz; www.facebook.com/kidsonfoot; ph. 021 292 2894
Kāpiti Island for
Kids school holiday pro-
gramme for ages 9-12
from 3rd - 5th October
2018.
3 days/2 nights - Includes:
nighttime kiwi spotting,
nature adventures, fish-
ing, swimming, games,
wildlife
discovery, cabin accom-
modation (quad share),
delicious food, ferry and
DOC permits. $395pp.
Limited
to 14 spac-
es. Email: bookings
@kapitiisland.com
